Health and Wellness
6 hours ago
Wildfires in east Whatcom County continue to grow
Recreational access to parts of Ross Lake are closed due to wildfire activity.
5 days ago
Wildfires in BC, eastern Whatcom County continue to grow
Smoke from the B.C.'s Brunswick Creek Complex triggered an air quality alert earlier this week.
1 week ago
Third tiny home village planned for Bellingham
The newest location is expected to be complete by early 2027.
1 week ago
Air Quality Alert issued in Whatcom, Skagit counties, heat advisory in Whatcom
Smoke from wildfires in BC and central Washington are moving into our area.
1 week ago
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center adding valet service amid parking closures at ER
The hospital is temporarily closing up to 18 more parking spaces near the ER entrance starting Monday.
2 weeks ago
Shellfish harvest ban lifted for southern Whatcom County
The department still reports pollution closures in areas like Chuckanut Bay and Larrabee State Park.
2 weeks ago
Local health officials push for safe food handling in light of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Several cases have been reported in Washington, though health officials say it is not to the level of outbreak seen in 30 other states.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County’s Wildfire Risk, What You Need to Know | Contributed
The county in the vortex of a Red Flag wildfire warning and officials are upgrading the Burn Ban to Stage 2 as heat, wind and other conditions lead to critical fire weather conditions.
2 weeks ago
Everything you need to know about fire impacts in northwest Washington, southern B.C.
Forecasted thunderstorms have also prompted a fire weather alert as we see a drop in air quality.
2 weeks ago
Barkley Village owners announce partnership with Whatcom Family YMCA
Public input will be welcome in designing a new, upgraded facility.
2 weeks ago
Way Station sees high demand for support services in first year
The facility served nearly 1,400 people over its first year in downtown Bellingham.
2 weeks ago
‘Code Red’ issued for NW blood supply
Bloodworks NW needs at least 1,000 donors per day to re-up its supply to adequate levels.
2 weeks ago
Advocacy group aiming to add more bike, pedestrian protections around Bellingham
Yard signs have been popping up at the site of crashes involving pedestrians and/or bikes.
3 weeks ago
Flood aid now available for Whatcom County families with young children
December's flooding is estimated to have impacted more than 100 children ages 5 and under in the county.
3 weeks ago
Luna Fire grows to seven acres in east Whatcom County
Two other minor blazes in the North Cascades National Park were fully contained over the weekend.
3 weeks ago
Fireworks injuries jump in Whatcom County over 4th of July weekend
The local increase coincided with a similar trend seen at Harborview Medical Center.
3 weeks ago
BC wildfire causing smoky air conditions in Whatcom County
The fire has been burning north of Hope, B.C. since Thursday, July 2.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County clean water projects funded through Ecology grants, loans
Over $5.6 million will go towards several projects in the county, plus 8 more projects in neighboring counties received funds.
4 weeks ago
Calming your pet down when the fireworks go off
Whatcom Veterinary Hospital wants you to keep in mind your furry friends this Fourth of July.
4 weeks ago
Keeping your business comfortable for customers and you this July
It may be worth it to evaluate the efficiency of your HVAC equipment if you feel like you just can't cool down without breaking the bank.
